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BARLOW, Patricia Ann (Lowe) Patricia Ann (Lowe) Barlow, 61 of Manchester, beloved wife of Edward J.Barlow, Jr. passed away on Monday (November 5, 2007). Known as "Teena" to her family, she was born in Birmingham, AL on June 23, 1946 to her loving parents, Lovie and the late Clarence Lowe, Sr. Raised in Cincinnati, OH, Patricia graduated from Walnut Hills High School, and attended the University of Cincinnati, Teacher's College. She was a former employee of Proctor & Gamble in Cincinnati from 1966-1973. After relocating to Connecticut she was employed by CIGNA Corporation for 25 years, and until her retirement in 2002 she had held the position of Vice President of CIGNA Systems since 1998. She was a warm, loving, and exceptional member of the Asylum Hill Congregational Church who served in a primary leadership role in the creation of The School for Young Children on Asylum Hill. Besides her husband Edward, and mother Lovie; Patricia is survived by her daughter, Angela Strother (Brian) Gaidry of Hebron; son, Todd Strother of Tolland; and was the "Nana" to her precious granddaughter, Olivia Gaidry, and grandsons Cale and Jire Barlow. She also leaves her stepchildren, Cinque Barlow (Tracey) of West Hartford., Marghru Barlow of Manchester; her "adopted" daughter Dana Rondel Olmstead of Hartford; her sisters, Norma Cousins, of Cincinnati, OH, Lovie Lowe (Rev. Charles) Scott of Delray Beach, FL; brother, Edmund (Deborah) Lowe of Cincinnati, OH; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her brother, Attorney Clarence Lowe, Jr. of Los Angeles, CA. To all who knew her, let us celebrate together her wonderful spirit, kind heart, wisdom, and dedication to her family. Homegoing memorial services will be held at 1 p.m.. on Saturday, November 10 at Asylum Hill Congregational Church, 814 Asylum Ave., Hartford. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the "School for Young Children on Asylum Hill" at Asylum Hill Congregational Church. Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home, South Windsor has care of arrangements. To leave online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant from Nov. 7 to Nov. 8, 2007.

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tayve neese

December 6, 2007

Angela and Family,

May joy and comfort of memory carry you forward. Much strength and peace to you during this diffiuclt time.

The Neese Family

Kathleen Feltz (Williams)

November 27, 2007

Dear Barlow Family,
I was so saddened to learn of Pat's passing. I worked with Pat at CIGNA many years ago and was completely in awe of her. She was an incredible, intelligent, classy woman. I truly admired her! I know that God will draw you near during your time of sorrow and pray that in time, beautiful memories will help to heal your pain. God bless you all.

Kelley Carney

November 14, 2007

Angela and family,
I am deeply saddened by the news of your mother's passing. Gramma Pat was a beautiful woman with a contagious smile. She clearly loved her family, especially her sweet Olivia. May you find peace in this most difficult time.

Judy and David Borden

November 14, 2007

Dear Ed: We were so sorry to learn of Patricia's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and have our deepest sympathies in this time of sorrow.

Jacqui Anderson

November 13, 2007

My Dear Friend Eddie, I was so sorry to hear that you lost your soul mate Pat. My heart and prayers are with you and the family. My long time love of you as a brother is deepened knowing your sorrow and pain. God Bless you and keep you in this ordeal. Love you.
Jacqui

Rosemary Jackson

November 12, 2007

Dear Eddie,

I was most saddened to hear of the loss of your dear wife, Pat. Rudene and Charlie called me and I was so stunned.

Please know that you are in my thoughts and in my heart. Rudene and Charlie always spoke lovingly of your dear wife. I felt as if I knew her too.

Much Love,
Rosemary Jackson
(Rudene Barlow's sister)
(Charlie Barlow's sister-in-law

Michelle Hodge

November 12, 2007

Just want to let you know that the Hodge/Benford family love you very much and it was good to see all of you again. Continue to love each other and be there or each other and pray for one another. We will be doing the same here in Cincinnati. Love always,
Michelle
Joe
Mykal
Mathue
Marea Hodge Benford
Corey Benford
Kymberlei Benford
Koreynne Benford
Kamylle Benford

Earle and Pat Jackson

November 12, 2007

our prayers are with you in your time of loss. God bless the family

Penny Patton Willingham

November 11, 2007

To the Barlow and Lowe family. My heart grieve with you in the loss of your loved one. I pray God will keep you during your time of need. God Bless you all.

Steve Campanella

November 11, 2007

I would just like to express my regrets to the family and friends of Mrs. Barlow. I had the absolute pleasure of working with Mr. and Mrs. Barlow during my time at the South Park Inn. She was truly a special woman and a blessing. May God help you through these times of trouble and pain.

Shirley Thompson

November 11, 2007

My thougths and prayers are with you and your family.God will bring you through all trials and tribulations.

Cureene Blake

November 11, 2007

Thanks for being a tremendous blessing to us and for allowing us to share in your dreams and legacy.
The Blake Family
Adrian Martin-Davis SYCAH -student
Shantel Bremmer - SYCAH

Joyanne Christian

November 11, 2007

My heart goes out to you all, Ed, Angel, Todd, Mrs. Lowe, and Lovie. I first met Pat when I came to Walnut Hills as a 9th grader from Birmingham, Alabama. She became a very dear friend who helped make me feel welcome. She spent Thanksgiving with my family in Nashville when I was at Fisk University. My grandmother truly loved her and welcomed her as one of the family(she didn't do that for everyone). My son Johnathan and todd were babies together and we became even closer during that time. Her beautiful smile and loving ways will stay with me forever. May God be with you as go through these trying times.

Lovie please contact me.
Joyanne Page Christian

annette McGarrah Lawing

November 10, 2007

Ed, my condolences for your loss. My regards, Annette

James Anderson

November 10, 2007

Mrs. Lowe, My deepest sympathy, I am truly sorrow for your lost. I remember Pat as a skinny little girl, with a pony tail running around Revelation Baptist Church and when she arrived at Walnut Hills High School.

Billie & Sonny Duval

November 10, 2007

Eddie & Family, please accept our concolances at this tme of the loss of your wife, mom and Nana. May God bless all of you.

Ann Jennings

November 10, 2007

Dear Ed and Family:

I was so very sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Pat will be remembered as a woman of grace and dignity. May God grant you His strength in the days to come.

Ingrid Collins

November 10, 2007

Ed and Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Pat was indeed a real gem with a sense of humanity, grace and style that touched everyone who interacted with her. God Bless.

Pat Sullivan

November 10, 2007

Dear Ed,
I was stunned and truly saddened upon hearing of the loss of your beloved. In this sincere expression of sympathy, may you find a measure of comfort and solace. You and your family will remain in our prayers.

Africka & Kelvin Ayala

November 10, 2007

Dearest Barlow and Strother Families:
The spirit and memories of Pat fills a room with peace and joy. It was a pleasure to work with her on many different levels. She epitomizes Ralph Waldo Emerson's definition of "Success". May God bless and comfort you now and always.

Ann Marie Poncet

November 10, 2007

Thinking of you all at this time and offering up my prayers for Pat, today especially. Angelica, I love you and will be with you in spirit. Love you. Ann Marie (Paris)

Elaine Patton Walker

November 9, 2007

Ed, Angel,Todd,Mrs Lowe, Lovie and all who loved and cherished Pat, My deepest sympathy. Pat and I met in 3rd grade and were friends and classmates through highschool, college and beyond. We were young wives, mothers and business women together. In highschool we started a sorority,and in college,(Well that is probably best left unsaid:) Selfishly, I thought she would always be here and of course, she is. Pat lives in the memories we each cherish, in her unforgetable sinature smile, her children and granchildren, her body of professional work, but most importantly she lives in the lives she touched that otherwise may never have felt the love of GOD through human touch.
Sleep n his arms my sweet, sweet sister.

Susan Redman

November 9, 2007

To Angela and your family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Amanda & Albert Aughenbaugh

November 9, 2007

Todd,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. PLease let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Don + Kim Cyr

November 9, 2007

Todd and Family,

Sorry about your loss. Your Mom was always so pleasant and supportive. She will be missed.

The Cyr Family

David and Kathleen Gadoury

November 9, 2007

Todd,
We are very sorry for your loss, may God be with you in this difficult time.

Stephanie Edwards

November 9, 2007

From the Edwards family in Cincinnati, Ohio, our prayers are always with you.
Love you
Fraces Long and Stephanie Edwards

Joan Allen & Broaden Family

November 9, 2007

Eddie & Family
We were sadden to hear of your loss. May the peace of the Lord keep you in your time of sorrow.

Kim Walton( Whitehead)

November 9, 2007

To the Barlow family you have our deepest sympathy of your loss. May God continue to bless you in this time of need.

Love George & Marlene Whitehead and children

Althea Monts

November 8, 2007

Cousin Ed sorry for your loss we love you and will keep you and the family in our prayers Monts barlow family

Tammy Dory

November 8, 2007

Todd,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you are feeling right now. My heart goes out to you and your entire family. May God give you all the strength you need to get through such a terrible loss.

Love,
Tammy Dory

Lana & Joanne (Shady Glen Manchester Parkade)

November 8, 2007

Mr Barlow & Family,

We are sorry to hear of your loss,we always enjoyed your visits to Shady Glen. With deepest sympathy.

George Bolduc

November 8, 2007

Ed and Family,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Some of our loved ones are called home too early. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Bill Salvatore

November 8, 2007

Close to 30 years ago and for the next several years, I had the privilege of working with Pat at Connecticut General and then CIGNA on the same team. To date, it is still one of the best teams that I have ever worked with due in no small part to Pat. She was one of the most gracious, generous and classy people that I have ever met. Luckily, my wife, Jan and I ran into her and Ed this past April at the Atlanta airport and gave her a big hug and greeting. Her infectious smile had not diminished after all these years. Unfortunately, it was our last greeting. She was one of the "good ones" and truly will be missed. Our hearfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Ed and her family. Peace be with you, Pat.

Rev Brian Bryant

November 8, 2007

To Ed Barlow and Family
My heart felt sorrow goes out to your Family.
For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.

Abby Santa

November 8, 2007

Dear Dana,
I just met you not too long ago. Sorry to hear about your love one. Our hearts go out to you and family at this difficult time.

Abby Santa & Samuel Cephas (MC2 n' NETS)

Annette Hardrick Jernigan and Family

November 8, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Elaine Mobley

November 8, 2007

Dear Ed and Family, I was sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless all of you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barb & John Swedock Jr

November 8, 2007

Mr. Barlow & Family
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We are thinking of you & keeping you & your entire family in our prayers.
Sincerely, The Swedock family

November 8, 2007

TO Ed Barlow and Family,

We are sending our deepest sympathy, in the loss of your beloved wife Pat. She has made it home; for Jesus told the World that His Father has many mansions; if it were not true he would have told us so. Pat has arrived to her mansion. Knowing her and the fond memories of the days working at CIGNA will always be with us. God is so AWESOME! without flaws or error, know that during your time of bereavement he has no problem in carrying you. May he bring you peace and comfort. God Bless you all.
Sharon & Anthony Jenkins

Laurence J. Thompson

November 8, 2007

Dear Ed and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May your memories embrace you!
With sympathy,
Larry & Linda Thompson

Chuck Knight

November 8, 2007

Our heartfelt sympathy to the entire Barlow Family during your time of lost. I've known Pat and Ed for over 20 years. She was a true mentor to me during my tenure at CIGNA. Her warmth an pleasant nature was truly genuine. She will be truly missed.

Sincerely

Chuck Knight & Family

Ron Brown

November 8, 2007

To all of Pat's family: I was one of the fortunate ones at CIGNA to have worked very closely with Pat for many years. She was one of the finest most caring people I ever met. When she spoke of the times she would go back to Ohio and sing with her sisters, we would laugh and her smile would light up the room. This world has lost someone very special. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Thomas and Laura Watson

November 7, 2007

Dear Ed,

Please accept our heart felt sympathy and sorrrow upon learning of Patricia's death. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tom and laura

Maree Rogers

November 7, 2007

Ed and Family,
Please know my caring thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Some people come into our lives and we are changed forever. Pat was that person. Her kindness, warmth,elegance and generosity always made holiday's at your home very special.I will cherish those memories forever. Pat walks in beauty with God.
Maree Rogers (Hartford,CT)

Ben & Mickey Morgan

November 7, 2007

Dear Eddie & family,
We were deeply sadden to hear of Pat's passing. It was only a few weeks ago that we spent time together. We will always cherish those moments and the pictures we took. May the fond memories that you had together bring you some comfort during this time of deep sorrow and sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. We send our hearfelt love and sympathy.

Karen Barnaby

November 7, 2007

Ed and family
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen Barnaby

Edward, Meryth, Tre' and Christopher Williams

November 7, 2007

Ed, we are so sorry for your loss. Pat was a wonderful woman with an beautiful infectious smile. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

Mary Ross

November 7, 2007

Ed and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat was an awesome person, and it has been my pleasure to know you both. May she find peace in God's hands.

Brenda and Percy Christian

November 7, 2007

Ed and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. And, always remember that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. May Jesus hold you in the palm of His hand and bless your family always. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Carl & Lorrie Rankin

November 7, 2007

Dear Ed and family - please know that our thoughts are with you and your family and that you are in our hearts and our prayers. We are leaving for Florida tomorrow and will be unable to attend the celebration of Pat's life. Although we will not be there with you in body we WILL be in spirit.

Yvette Thompson

November 7, 2007

To the Barlow Family:

May God give all of you peace during this difficult time. Pat was one of my former bosses at CIGNA. She was a very kind, considerate and loving person. I will never forget her beautiful smile that always lit up the room. She is now at her final resting place as God knew best. I pray that God will give all of you strength during this difficult. Pat will truly be missed. God bless you all and may heaven shine upon you.

Yvette Thompson

Charles Robinson

November 7, 2007

To:Eddie Barlow Jr;
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in your time of great sorrow.My thoughts and prayers are with you

Karen Spivey-Dortche

November 7, 2007

Dear Mr. Barlow, Cinque, Tracey, Marghru,
Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. If there is anything I can do for you please call me. I am here for you.

Love,

Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home

November 7, 2007

Our sincere sympathies for your loss.

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